Chamber Ensemble Program
the ensemble da camera of
washington, in-residence

Music Buddies
Mentorship Program
laura cahn, director

The Chamber Ensemble Program is for talented musicians
who participate in one of AYPO’s advanced orchestras.
The program gives musicians the opportunity to enhance
their musical development by giving them the chance to
study and perform chamber music under the guidance
of the acclaimed Ensemble da Camera of Washington,
coaching each group of musicians and leading public
master classes throughout the season. All chamber
ensemble events are free and open to the public.

The Music Buddies Mentorship Program is a peer-to-peer
musical training opportunity that provides weekly private

The mission of AYPO is to provide the highest quality musical experience that allows our students to grow as musicians and individuals,
who then contribute to our nation’s cultural landscape, as they become future artistic and community leaders. Recognized as one of
the leading orchestral training programs in the nation, AYPO provides competitive world-class training and performance opportunities
for musicians up to 21 years of age. With a nationally recognized artistic staff, a dedicated professional staff, and a host of volunteers,
AYPO annually selects and trains over 400 of the most talented young musicians. Since 1964 AYPO has delivered programs of the
highest caliber throughout the Washington metropolitan region, earning an unrivaled reputation for excellence and distinction.